Panasonic S1R vs Samsung GX-1S

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung GX-1S, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and GX-1S (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was launched 13 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S1R scores against the GX-1S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Samsung GX-1S. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R features outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

See the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung GX-1S in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1R vs the GX-1S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and GX-1S is 54 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and GX-1S.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1R due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1R will show extra detail utilizing its extra 41 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer S1R provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.